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October 8, 2026

imperative

/ɪmˈpɛɹ.ə.tɪv/adjective

Essential; crucial; extremely important.

Example sentences

  • “The verbs in sentences like "Do it!" and "Say what you like!" are in the imperative.”
  • “Visiting Berlin is an imperative.”
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Related words

imperceptibleNot perceptible, not detectable, too small in magnitude to be observed.impedeTo get in the way of; to hinder.imperturbableNot easily perturbed, upset or excited.impeccableIn accordance with the highest standards; faultless.